February weather forecast
Busembatia, Uganda

February carries forth the warmth of January, with only a slight rise in temperature to mark the continuity of the summer season. More often than not, the intense heat is offset by the cloud cover, which stands at 21%. Noteworthy is that the average low temperature rises to 17.6°C (63.7°F), hinting at milder nights. The season’s characteristics, marked by a high of 29.4°C (84.9°F), set a precedent for the ensuing months. Despite the high temperatures, Busembatia's residents do not shy away from their daily activities, making the most of the month's weather.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 17.6°C (63.7°F) respectively, February is Busembatia's warmest month.

Heat index

February's average heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

February is the least humid month in Busembatia, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Busembatia, in February, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Busembatia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297 days and collects up to 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Busembatia, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Busembatia are January and February, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.